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Our independent admissions consultants know how to make Asian Americans stand out in the St. Mark’s School admissions process.
St. Mark’s School is a private, coeducational college-preparatory boarding and day school located in Southborough, Massachusetts. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, St. Mark’s is known for its rigorous academics, global perspective, and commitment to educating the whole student—intellectually, morally, and spiritually. The school offers a distinctive curriculum that includes advanced STEM and humanities courses, a signature Saturday Program, and immersive global experiences. With a 100% boarding model and a diverse, tight-knit community, St. Mark’s emphasizes leadership, service, and character development in an environment that fosters curiosity and compassion. The admissions process includes academic transcripts, student essays, teacher recommendations, interviews, and SSAT//ISEE testing.
At Cardinal Education, we’ve helped Asian American and international families navigate the highly selective St. Mark’s admissions process with strategy and success. We offer personalized, step-by-step support in:
1. Gateway to Prep Schools Application Form
2. Parent/Guardian Statement
3. Student Personal Essay and Short Answers
4. Academic Transcripts and Report Cards
5. Math, English, and Counselor Recommendation Forms
6. Interview Preparation and Coaching
7. SSAT/ISEE
8. Character Skills Snapshot
At Cardinal Education, we help students submit powerful, well-crafted applications that reflect academic depth, character, and strong alignment with St. Mark’s School’s mission to educate young people for lives of leadership and service in a global community.
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